Fern Taylor left this world on March 14, 2009, to be with her heavenly family and husband, R.C. "Bob" Taylor.
Her life began on February 6, 1919, in Jerome, Idaho, the fifth of 10 children born to Jacob and Mable Degraw. Her beginnings were humble and at an early age she helped care for her siblings and took care of household duties.
Fern met the love of her life and married him on August 16, 1935, and the couple was together until he passed away while hunting. Granny wore her wedding ring every day of her life and told us kids grandpa had bought her wedding ring for six dollars and said if he bought her the ring, he couldn't afford to buy her dinner. Granny told us they had hot dogs for dinner because she loved that ring.
Fern mothered five children, Bill, Bob, Tuck, Larry, and Sis, who made her proud by bringing strong-willed grandchildren into the world. Granny was at her best when all the grandchildren would visit and made sure there were plenty of food, toys and good times for everyone to enjoy. She became especially excited when her grandchildren began to bring over her great grandchildren and later, great-great grandchildren. She loved taking the children fishing, riding Shetland Ponies, camping and hanging out near Magic Reservoir at the family cabin. She loved barbecues in her front yard, holidays, hunting and sharing stories with family, neighbors, and friends. She loved to laugh and always found joy in simple things. Her eyes twinkled at her grandkids as much as they twinkled when she would drag, whoever would take her, to second-hand stores or yard sales.
Fern was one of God's servants who began to do volunteer work at the Nursing Home after she tired of working long hours on the spud harvester in her late sixties. She visited the residents whose families didn't have the time. Fern received many awards and certificates of appreciation for the community service she lovingly contributed. Even in her eighties, she would visit the Nursing Home to be sure some of the elderly had their hair done. In her last years, she never turned away anyone who needed help. She reminded us that it is always better to give too much than give too little. We all watched Granny feed those she thought needed help, even though she was on a fixed income. Granny was truly a kind, giving and loving soul.
Fern is survived by four of her children, Wilford "Bill" Taylor of Jerome, Robert "Bob" (Peggy) Taylor of New Mexico, Thomas "Tuck" (Kathryn) Taylor of Kimberly, and Juanita "Sis" (Dud) Carnell of Shoshone; her sisters, Josie Riddle and Rosie Esquivel both of Jerome;16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great grandchildren; and many cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, R.C. "Bob" Taylor; her parents, Maroni Jacob Degraw and Mable Alice Vanatta; her son, Lawrence Dale Taylor; her granddaughter, Gayla Hinsz; her grandsons, Eddie Hinsz and Gregg Stowe; her seven siblings, John, Ona, Larena, Albert, Calvin, Mae and David Degraw; and friends, Donald Winn and Fred Meyer.
Times-News, The (Twin Falls, ID) - Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Her life began on February 6, 1919, in Jerome, Idaho, the fifth of 10 children born to Jacob and Mable Degraw. Her beginnings were humble and at an early age she helped care for her siblings and took care of household duties.
Fern met the love of her life and married him on August 16, 1935, and the couple was together until he passed away while hunting. Granny wore her wedding ring every day of her life and told us kids grandpa had bought her wedding ring for six dollars and said if he bought her the ring, he couldn't afford to buy her dinner. Granny told us they had hot dogs for dinner because she loved that ring.
Fern mothered five children, Bill, Bob, Tuck, Larry, and Sis, who made her proud by bringing strong-willed grandchildren into the world. Granny was at her best when all the grandchildren would visit and made sure there were plenty of food, toys and good times for everyone to enjoy. She became especially excited when her grandchildren began to bring over her great grandchildren and later, great-great grandchildren. She loved taking the children fishing, riding Shetland Ponies, camping and hanging out near Magic Reservoir at the family cabin. She loved barbecues in her front yard, holidays, hunting and sharing stories with family, neighbors, and friends. She loved to laugh and always found joy in simple things. Her eyes twinkled at her grandkids as much as they twinkled when she would drag, whoever would take her, to second-hand stores or yard sales.
Fern was one of God's servants who began to do volunteer work at the Nursing Home after she tired of working long hours on the spud harvester in her late sixties. She visited the residents whose families didn't have the time. Fern received many awards and certificates of appreciation for the community service she lovingly contributed. Even in her eighties, she would visit the Nursing Home to be sure some of the elderly had their hair done. In her last years, she never turned away anyone who needed help. She reminded us that it is always better to give too much than give too little. We all watched Granny feed those she thought needed help, even though she was on a fixed income. Granny was truly a kind, giving and loving soul.
Fern is survived by four of her children, Wilford "Bill" Taylor of Jerome, Robert "Bob" (Peggy) Taylor of New Mexico, Thomas "Tuck" (Kathryn) Taylor of Kimberly, and Juanita "Sis" (Dud) Carnell of Shoshone; her sisters, Josie Riddle and Rosie Esquivel both of Jerome;16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great grandchildren; and many cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, R.C. "Bob" Taylor; her parents, Maroni Jacob Degraw and Mable Alice Vanatta; her son, Lawrence Dale Taylor; her granddaughter, Gayla Hinsz; her grandsons, Eddie Hinsz and Gregg Stowe; her seven siblings, John, Ona, Larena, Albert, Calvin, Mae and David Degraw; and friends, Donald Winn and Fred Meyer.
Times-News, The (Twin Falls, ID) - Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Fern Taylor left this world on March 14, 2009, to be with her heavenly family and husband, R.C. "Bob" Taylor.
Her life began on February 6, 1919, in Jerome, Idaho, the fifth of 10 children born to Jacob and Mable Degraw. Her beginnings were humble and at an early age she helped care for her siblings and took care of household duties.
Fern met the love of her life and married him on August 16, 1935, and the couple was together until he passed away while hunting. Granny wore her wedding ring every day of her life and told us kids grandpa had bought her wedding ring for six dollars and said if he bought her the ring, he couldn't afford to buy her dinner. Granny told us they had hot dogs for dinner because she loved that ring.
Fern mothered five children, Bill, Bob, Tuck, Larry, and Sis, who made her proud by bringing strong-willed grandchildren into the world. Granny was at her best when all the grandchildren would visit and made sure there were plenty of food, toys and good times for everyone to enjoy. She became especially excited when her grandchildren began to bring over her great grandchildren and later, great-great grandchildren. She loved taking the children fishing, riding Shetland Ponies, camping and hanging out near Magic Reservoir at the family cabin. She loved barbecues in her front yard, holidays, hunting and sharing stories with family, neighbors, and friends. She loved to laugh and always found joy in simple things. Her eyes twinkled at her grandkids as much as they twinkled when she would drag, whoever would take her, to second-hand stores or yard sales.
Fern was one of God's servants who began to do volunteer work at the Nursing Home after she tired of working long hours on the spud harvester in her late sixties. She visited the residents whose families didn't have the time. Fern received many awards and certificates of appreciation for the community service she lovingly contributed. Even in her eighties, she would visit the Nursing Home to be sure some of the elderly had their hair done. In her last years, she never turned away anyone who needed help. She reminded us that it is always better to give too much than give too little. We all watched Granny feed those she thought needed help, even though she was on a fixed income. Granny was truly a kind, giving and loving soul.
Fern is survived by four of her children, Wilford "Bill" Taylor of Jerome, Robert "Bob" (Peggy) Taylor of New Mexico, Thomas "Tuck" (Kathryn) Taylor of Kimberly, and Juanita "Sis" (Dud) Carnell of Shoshone; her sisters, Josie Riddle and Rosie Esquivel both of Jerome;16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great grandchildren; and many cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, R.C. "Bob" Taylor; her parents, Maroni Jacob Degraw and Mable Alice Vanatta; her son, Lawrence Dale Taylor; her granddaughter, Gayla Hinsz; her grandsons, Eddie Hinsz and Gregg Stowe; her seven siblings, John, Ona, Larena, Albert, Calvin, Mae and David Degraw; and friends, Donald Winn and Fred Meyer.
Times-News, The (Twin Falls, ID) - Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Her life began on February 6, 1919, in Jerome, Idaho, the fifth of 10 children born to Jacob and Mable Degraw. Her beginnings were humble and at an early age she helped care for her siblings and took care of household duties.
Fern met the love of her life and married him on August 16, 1935, and the couple was together until he passed away while hunting. Granny wore her wedding ring every day of her life and told us kids grandpa had bought her wedding ring for six dollars and said if he bought her the ring, he couldn't afford to buy her dinner. Granny told us they had hot dogs for dinner because she loved that ring.
Fern mothered five children, Bill, Bob, Tuck, Larry, and Sis, who made her proud by bringing strong-willed grandchildren into the world. Granny was at her best when all the grandchildren would visit and made sure there were plenty of food, toys and good times for everyone to enjoy. She became especially excited when her grandchildren began to bring over her great grandchildren and later, great-great grandchildren. She loved taking the children fishing, riding Shetland Ponies, camping and hanging out near Magic Reservoir at the family cabin. She loved barbecues in her front yard, holidays, hunting and sharing stories with family, neighbors, and friends. She loved to laugh and always found joy in simple things. Her eyes twinkled at her grandkids as much as they twinkled when she would drag, whoever would take her, to second-hand stores or yard sales.
Fern was one of God's servants who began to do volunteer work at the Nursing Home after she tired of working long hours on the spud harvester in her late sixties. She visited the residents whose families didn't have the time. Fern received many awards and certificates of appreciation for the community service she lovingly contributed. Even in her eighties, she would visit the Nursing Home to be sure some of the elderly had their hair done. In her last years, she never turned away anyone who needed help. She reminded us that it is always better to give too much than give too little. We all watched Granny feed those she thought needed help, even though she was on a fixed income. Granny was truly a kind, giving and loving soul.
Fern is survived by four of her children, Wilford "Bill" Taylor of Jerome, Robert "Bob" (Peggy) Taylor of New Mexico, Thomas "Tuck" (Kathryn) Taylor of Kimberly, and Juanita "Sis" (Dud) Carnell of Shoshone; her sisters, Josie Riddle and Rosie Esquivel both of Jerome;16 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 24 great-great grandchildren; and many cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her husband, R.C. "Bob" Taylor; her parents, Maroni Jacob Degraw and Mable Alice Vanatta; her son, Lawrence Dale Taylor; her granddaughter, Gayla Hinsz; her grandsons, Eddie Hinsz and Gregg Stowe; her seven siblings, John, Ona, Larena, Albert, Calvin, Mae and David Degraw; and friends, Donald Winn and Fred Meyer.
Times-News, The (Twin Falls, ID) - Tuesday, March 17, 2009
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